Oil rigs, particularly the offshore type, are one of the most fascinating parts of the global energy industry. How do they work? How big can they get? Do they float on water? It's not surprising that ...

The United States is pursuing an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, according to multiple reports, just a day after the Coast Guard seized a different tanker in the same waters amid a rapid U.S.

The number of drilling rigs working in the US and Canada fell by 13 the week ended Dec. 19, according to Baker Hughes. In the US, 542 rigs were working, down 6 units from a week ago. The count is 47 ...

Thailand is investigating a drone near oil rig in the Gulf of Thailand, suspecting sabotage. PTT seeks approval for anti-drone systems. On December 19, 2025, Defense Minister Gen Natthaphon Narkphanit ...

Ukrainian drones targeted two Russian oil rigs in the Caspian Sea, marking a significant attack on Russian oil infrastructure. The Security Service of Ukraine reported that the Filanovsky and ...

Chevron said on Friday it will participate in Nigeria’s next oil licensing round and plans to deploy a drilling rig in late 2026 as it seeks to expand operations in Africa’s top energy producer. Jim ...

The US drilling rig count climbed 5 units during the week ended Dec. 5 to reach a total of 527 rotary rigs working, Baker Hughes Inc. reported. Land-based drilling was up 3 units from a week ago to ...

Riverdale, CA (December 5, 2025) – A workplace accident involving heavy oil rig equipment claimed the life of a 29-year-old man in Riverdale on Monday morning. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Department ...

The geology and science behind oil drilling can be quite interesting and important for understanding which companies are the right fit for your investment. When people talk about oil drilling, many of ...

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The 29-year-old man who died after being crushed while removing an oil rig on Monday in Fresno County has been identified. The Fresno County Coroner’s Office ...